Question 1

i have a skin problems on my legs its dark brown.

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Skin : It is difficult to answer your questions without further history and a picture of the lesions.

Question 2

is it possible to develop eczema at age 30 with no prev hx of skin problems?could major surgery cause eczema to develop?lesions hurt,not itch,leg/foot

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Not eczema.: Eczema is associated with itching and thus a burning sensation is likely from something else including a drug reaction or psychophysiologic.  You need to consult a dermatologist.  And yes, eczema can develop in adults.

Question 3

hi,i think i have skin problems ,firstly on my face i always had acnes and chin + pubic hair in-growns, i developed a lump on my wrist (ganglion), i also developed a lump after boil on thigh & now i have an anal pile, please help on the cause & cure?

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Multiple issues.:  You have an assortment of different  conditions. There is no way that we could cover all of your questions in 400 characters or less. Do recommend that you see your primary care provider who will need to assess each problem individually.

Question 4

i have sever symptoms, the same as ms or something like it including, seizures, skin problems, infections, and serious brain problems, body pain, unstable. my body hurts, and my personality has changed drastically. i have lost 4 babies too. help??

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: Your description is inconsistent with MS, but would certainly wonder about other diagnoses.  Rheumatological conditions, arteritic and vasculitic disorders could be considered, and with the miscarriages, could you have antiphospholipid antibody syndrome?  Suggest you seek a second opinion, perhaps a rheumatologist.

Question 5

how could minocycline work for my acne and skin problems?

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Probably quite well: This is a great antibiotic to supplement a good topical treatment like benzoyl peroxide. Never use an antibiotic as sole treatment for acne. It works by slowing down the bacteria that contribute to the disease and probably by some other mechanism as well. Best wishes for a good result in managing your illness.

Question 6

are there any new effective treatments for keloid skin problems?

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Keloid therapy: Therapeutic treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids includes occlusive dressings, compression therapy, intralesional corticosteroid injections, cryosurgery, excision, radiation therapy, laser therapy, interferon (ifn) therapy, 5-fluorouracil (5-fu), doxorubicin, bleomycin, verapamil, retinoic acid, Imiquimod 5% cream, tamoxifen, tacrolimus, botulinum toxin, and over-the-counter treatments (eg, .

Question 7

hi doctor . my daugter have some skin problems she is 3 years old?

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Many possibilities : There are so many issues in toddler skin - eczema - which is an itchy rash often on the hands, knees or elbows, is most common chronically, and best responds to good hydration, but there are lots of viral and fungal infections that pass through this age - most not serious but some are - visual evaluation is really best, and if something comes and goes - take a photo!

Question 8

sugar and diabetic sweets give me diarrhea and skin problems, why is this?

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What skin problem?: The diarrhea is from the artificial sweetner causing an osmotic diarrhea and the rash may be an allergic skin reaction.  Otherwise if you are diabetic you may be prone to yeast infections.  see your doctor to get the correct diagnosis and treatment.  Avoid the sweets in the meantime.

Question 9

does stress give you pimples black heads and bad skin problems in general?

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Stress : Stress has been linked to a variety of skin conditions including acne flares and eczema . Stress reduction is important as is seeing a dermatologist for proper treatment.

Question 10

i have nail pitting but i dont have skin problems,what could be the cause?

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Several possible cau: There are several possible causes, most of which are associated with skin involvement. However, nail pitting can rarely occur in psoriasis as a presenting feature before there are are skin lesions. Other causes include fungal infection of nail but this is rare in fingernails. Finally,  I would start by seeing a dermatologist. Nail scrapings can rule out a fungal infection.

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Skin problems on legs

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I have a skin problems on my legs its dark brown.

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Is it possible to develop eczema at age 30 with no prev hx of skin problems?could major surgery cause eczema to develop?lesions hurt,not itch,leg/foot

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Hi,i think i have skin problems ,firstly on my face i always had acnes and chin + pubic hair in-growns, i developed a lump on my wrist (ganglion), i also developed a lump after boil on thigh & now i have an anal pile, please help on the cause & cure?

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I have sever symptoms, the same as ms or something like it including, seizures, skin problems, infections, and serious brain problems, body pain, unstable. my body hurts, and my personality has changed drastically. i have lost 4 babies too. help??

A member asked:

How could minocycline work for my acne and skin problems?

A member asked:

Are there any new effective treatments for keloid skin problems?

A member asked:

Hi doctor . my daugter have some skin problems she is 3 years old?

A member asked:

Sugar and diabetic sweets give me diarrhea and skin problems, why is this?

A member asked:

Does stress give you pimples black heads and bad skin problems in general?

A member asked:

I have nail pitting but i dont have skin problems,what could be the cause?

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